University Of California Santa Barbara Women's Basketball
Introduction
University of California Santa Barbara (UCSB) is a public research university located in Santa Barbara, California. The UCSB Women's Basketball team is one of the many sports programs offered by the university. They compete in the Big West Conference and have been playing since the 1969-1970 season.
The women's team is known for their competitive spirit and has consistently made it to postseason tournaments, including the NCAA Tournament, Women's National Invitational Tournament (WNIT), and Women's Basketball Invitational (WBI).
History
The UCSB Women's Basketball team was established in the 1969-1970 season. The team played in the Association of Intercollegiate Athletics for Women (AIAW) until 1982 when they joined the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). In 1986, the team qualified for the NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Tournament for the first time.
Throughout the years, the team has experienced both highs and lows. In the 1992-1993 season, the team won the Big West Conference Tournament and earned an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament. They advanced to the West Regional final but were eliminated by Ohio State.
In the 2003-2004 season, the UCSB Women's Basketball team won the Big West Conference Championship and entered the NCAA Tournament as a 16th seed. They upset the 1st seeded University of Houston in the first round but were eliminated by the University of Connecticut in the second round.
Current Stats and Records
The UCSB Women's Basketball team has an overall record of 556-467 as of the 2020-2021 season. Their conference record is 294-268, and they have won 14 regular-season conference championships and nine conference tournament championships.
The team also holds several records, including:
- Most points in a single game: 112 (vs. Seattle University, 2019)
- Most three-pointers in a single game: 15 (vs. UC Davis, 2018)
- Most rebounds in a single game: 67 (vs. University of the Pacific, 1982)
Players to Watch
The current UCSB Women's Basketball team has several talented players who have contributed to the team's success. Here are some players to watch:
- Danae Miller (Guard) - In the 2020-2021 season, Miller led the team in scoring with an average of 13.8 points per game. She also had an average of 4.1 rebounds per game and 2.4 assists per game.
- Katie McBrady (Forward) - McBrady was named to the 2020-2021 All-Big West Conference Second Team. She had an average of 11.4 points per game and 3.9 rebounds per game.
- Sarah Bates (Guard) - Bates had an average of 10.9 points per game, 5.7 rebounds per game, and 2.2 assists per game in the 2020-2021 season.
Fan Support and Future Outlook
The UCSB Women's Basketball team has a dedicated fan base that supports them throughout the season. The Thunderdome, the home court of UCSB Basketball, can hold up to 5,600 fans and provides an exciting atmosphere for the players and fans alike.
The future looks bright for the UCSB Women's Basketball team. With talented players and experienced coaches, the team is poised to continue their success in the coming seasons. Fans can look forward to more exciting games and postseason appearances.